Proposals and weddings at Three Waters Resort and Marina
Three Waters Resort and Marina offers multiple beachfront ceremony and reception sites (Sunrise Beach, Paradise Beach, Fire Beach, Bimini's Point, and several tiki pavilions) with capacities from about 120 up to 400 guests. Couples can choose family-friendly venues across the property or an adults-only wedding inside The Cove; on-site event staff coordinate catering, bars and ceremony logistics.
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How Three Waters handles weddings and proposals
Three Waters Resort and Marina stages oceanfront ceremonies, pier and tiki-pavilion gatherings, and beach receptions across several named venues. The resort supports both family-friendly celebrations and adults-only events inside The Cove (21+).
Event planning is coordinated through the resort's wedding/events team; they manage venue setup, on-site catering options, and logistics such as vendor access, timing and site requirements. For ceremony rehearsal and vendor questions it's best to contact the hotel event staff directly.
- Family-friendly beach and tiki venues across the property
- Adults-only wedding option available inside The Cove (21+)
- On-site catering options include the resort's restaurants and bar teams
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Ceremony coordination | Provided via resort event team |
| Catering & bars | Handled by on-site restaurants and catering team |
| Adults-only option | The Cove venues reserved for guests 21+ |
Venues and capacities (pick the right beach or tiki)
Three Waters lists several named event sites with different sizes and feels—open sand beaches for large ceremonies, tiki pavilions for covered receptions, and a marina-side point for boardwalk-style events. Capacities and square footage vary by site.
Below is a compact reference of common wedding venues and their published capacities so you can match guest count to space. For exact layout options and indoor/outdoor backups, discuss floorplans with the events team.
- Indoor event space is limited; larger gatherings are usually held outdoors on beaches, tikis, or the marina boardwalk.
- Some venues have thatched roofs or covered pavilions (Sunrise Tiki, Paradise Tiki) useful for light rain plans.
- The Cove offers private beach locations for adults-only ceremonies and receptions.
| Venue | Type | Capacity (published) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Beach | Oceanfront beach | Up to 400 guests |
| Paradise Beach | Large white‑sand beach | Up to 400 guests |
| Fire Beach | Beach near The Cove | Up to 350 guests |
| Bimini's Point | Marina/boardwalk with fire pits | Up to 200 guests |
| Sunrise Tiki / Paradise Tiki | Thatched-roof pavilion | Roughly 120–180 guests (varies by source) |
Receptions, food and bars
Three Waters has multiple on-site restaurants and bars that handle plated dinners, stations, or more casual food-service for rehearsal dinners and receptions. Kindler Wood-Fired Fare is the property's signature restaurant; Mercado Morada, Little Limón, the Tiki Bar and swim-up Kokomo Pool Bar offer varied styles and atmospheres.
Packages and menu details are set by the resort's catering/event team. For private buy-outs (for example Little Limón rooftop) capacity limits are published and will affect menu and service choices.
- Kindler Wood-Fired Fare — signature live-fire menu; breakfast/brunch and dinner service
- Little Limón — rooftop restaurant with panoramic ocean views; small buy-outs possible
- Mercado Morada — waterfront, street‑food style menu for casual receptions
- Tiki Bar and Kokomo swim-up bar — good options for cocktail-hour or relaxed poolside events
| On-site venue | Best use |
|---|---|
| Kindler Wood-Fired Fare | Formal plated dinners, signature cuisine |
| Mercado Morada | Casual waterfront receptions, taco/street-food menus |
| Kokomo / Tiki Bar | Cocktail hours, poolside service |
Rooms and where to stay for wedding parties
The resort has a broad range of room types suitable for wedding groups, from guest rooms to suites. For couples needing suite-style space or a hospitality room, options include 1 Bedroom Suite, Ocean view, Sofabed, Balcony and Suite, with Sofa bed, Oceanfront—both list a king bed plus a double sofa bed.
The Village Room and The Village, 1 Bedroom Suite provide alternate layouts for families or smaller wedding parties. Confirm room blocks and any room‑block benefits directly with the hotel's group reservations team.
- Ceremony couples often reserve a Suite, with Sofa bed, Oceanfront or a 1 Bedroom Suite, Ocean view, Sofabed, Balcony for getting-ready space.
- Room types to consider for wedding guests: Room, Balcony, Ocean View; Room, Ocean View; The Village Room; Junior Suite, with Sofa bed, Oceanfront.
- Ask about connecting rooms or block inventory when you book to keep immediate family nearby.
| Room type | Notes |
|---|---|
| Suite, with Sofa bed, Oceanfront | King bed plus sofa bed—suitable for couple + small party |
| 1 Bedroom Suite, Ocean view, Sofabed, Balcony | King bed + double sofa bed; balcony ocean views |
| The Village Room | Available as 1 King or 2 Queen configuration for families |
Logistics: permits, timing, check-in and guest policies
Check-in at Three Waters Resort and Marina begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The primary guest checking in must be at least 21 years old and show a photo ID and credit card at arrival.
The resort charges a nightly resort fee that includes items such as a welcome cocktail, self-parking, Rum Runner water taxi access, bike and kayak/paddleboard rentals and enhanced Wi‑Fi—ask your event manager which resort-fee inclusions apply to event room blocks or contracted room nights.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM.
- Primary check-in guest must be 21+ with valid photo ID.
- Resort fee includes Rum Runner water taxi to sister properties, beach/pool loungers and enhanced Wi‑Fi—confirm details with events team for group billing.
| Item | Published detail |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Minimum age to check in | 21 years |
| Resort fee highlights | Water taxi, bike/kayak rentals, parking, enhanced Wi‑Fi |
Extras: proposals, rehearsal dinners and vendor access
For an oceanfront proposal, consider a private sunrise or sunset moment on Sunrise Beach or a small pier point; ask the events team about private setups and timing. Rehearsal dinners can be staged at Mercado Morada, Kindler or a private tik i pavilion depending on group size.
Vendors—photographers, florists, musicians and officiants—must coordinate with the resort's events team for load-in, parking, access to power and setup times. The marina and piers can be used for photos but are subject to venue rules and safety requirements.
- Proposal spots to ask about: Sunrise Beach, a small pier or a covered tiki pavilion.
- Rehearsal dinner venues: Mercado Morada, Kindler, Paradise Tiki or private event space.
- Vendors must coordinate logistics (load-in, electrical, vehicular access) with the events manager.
| Service | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Catering & menus | Resort catering/event team |
| Vendor access & timelines | Resort events manager |
| Boat arrivals / marina dock space | Marina operations / events team |
